If the Texas Department of Insurance felt that the so-called "navigators" for Obamacare truly needed additional training, it hasn't provided a valid reason yet. Which leads Texans to a conclusion that's pretty obvious: The additional training was thrown at the navigators because state leaders want to thwart Obamacare as much as possible.

They don't have to like it, of course, but it is the law of the land. And normally, these same state officials never miss an opportunity to criticize government meddling or red tape.

The navigators already have to complete at least 20 to 30 hours of federal training to help consumers sign up for health plans under the Affordable Care Act. The additional Texas training duplicates that or is unnecessary, such as two hours of training on basic insurance terminology and how insurance works.

If all this foot-dragging had been devoted to realistic health care solutions, Texas might not have 6 million uninsured people.